Horoscopes for Jan. 19, 2010

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — That long-awaited opening may present itself without warning. You will finally get something off your mind that has been bothering you for quite some time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — With a little expert financial gymnastics, this could be a surprisingly successful moneymaking day. Of course, you’ll have to use your ingenuity and resourcefulness.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Someone you helped previously might request another favor. If this person has shown no signs of reciprocation, it might be better to say no until he or she can learn to show gratitude.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Your spontaneous kindness won’t allow you to exclude anyone who wants to be recognized and counted, including someone who is stubborn and fastidious. This person’s gratitude will surprise you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) — You can accomplish much more by not retaliating in the same harsh manner as another has behaved. In fact, your forgiving example might soften this person to the point of amenability.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) — When witnessing someone mock the good idea of another, don’t sit idly by. Support the proposal by showing the detractor the merits of the concept.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — By not giving up on a close associate or family member, he or she will surprisingly keep the faith as well. Your support and persistence will inspire this individual to find success.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — If you are asked to make a decision off the top of your head without knowing all the facts, stall for time, especially if it affects others, too. Success can be magnified when all are in accord.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — It might become necessary to take a calculated risk on a slow-moving endeavor, or you’ll risk total collapse. If you believe the chances are good that you’ll succeed, go for it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — An idea that pops in your head might be just what you need to prop up something in which everyone has already lost faith. It could produce the anticipated benefits.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — A distasteful assignment might reveal a wonderful side that you never knew existed. It will no longer be the menace it once was.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — This might not be a bad day to go shopping. There’s a good chance you will find item after item that you never thought you needed, but once discovered can’t do without.